Lupe, Timberlake to climb for charity admin Tuesday, April 14, 2009 The Studio Chicago-based rapper, Lupe Fiasco, singer Justin Timberlake, and Ethopian-singer, Kenna, will climb Mount Kilimanjaro to raise awareness of the global water crisis."My dad almost died as a child from...
Music's negative impact, but where's the christian hip hop?? admin Tuesday, April 14, 2009 The Studio By Bels On most Sundays, I chill out, relax, and begin my process of creating articles for STACKS Magazine's Monday morning posting session. During this time, I get the itch to check my messages on numerous...
Hiatus Over…Calling All MC's admin Tuesday, April 14, 2009 The Studio Eminem is back at it and busy! VIBE is set to launch it’s VIBE Verses Competition with Eminem this year. This is in addition to Em being VIBE's 2nd Annual Real Rap Issue cover star AND the very highly...
The Issue of Diversity… In the Fashion Industry admin Tuesday, April 14, 2009 The Runway "I talked to young models and I asked them, ‘What is the most upsetting thing that is happening to you guys now?'" Iman says. "And singularly they said they would go to go-sees — especially when there is...
Black CEO's talk about The Business of Urban Music admin Tuesday, April 14, 2009 The Urban Wallstreet Project ... this is good stuff! Watch as entertainment lawyer James L. Walker, Jr talks about empowering urban...
Diddy says to LOCK IN! admin Monday, April 13, 2009 Thanks Diddy for providing us with a little extra motivation this week!...
New Vids: Eminem/Busta Rhymes/Mike Jones admin Sunday, April 12, 2009 The Studio Eminem “We Made You” Busta Rhymes ft. T-Pain “Hustler’s Anthem” Mike Jones “Swagger...
First Sasha Fierce…now Shine admin Sunday, April 12, 2009 The Script R&B’s superstar Beyonce…the Sasha Fierce that keeps on going will soon be headed to Nickelodeon to guest star on the Nick Jr.’s animated series, ‘Wow! Wow! Wubbzy!’. Starting April 27th, for four...
Power Moves: Jay-Z Inks Deal w/Fragrance Co. admin Thursday, April 9, 2009 Power Moves Does this guy ever stop? No.Shawn "Jay-Z" Carter has joined forces with Parlux Fragrance Inc. and signed a licensing agreement that will assist in the fragrance releases from Kanye West and Rhianna. The deal...
Snoop + Country + Mr. Knowles = ??? admin Thursday, April 9, 2009 The Studio Snoop Dogg, John Carter Cash and Matthew Knowles are joining forces to remix the late country legend Johnny Cash's hits.Johnny Cash Remixed feature's the country star's music reworked by hip-hop and R&B...
Michael Jordan is a Hall of Famer admin Wednesday, April 8, 2009 The Game The greatest that's ever done it, Micheal Jordan, will finally be inducted in the Basketball Hall of Fame.Per ESPN.com:"I don't like being up here for the Hall of Fame because at that time your basketball...
The 2009 NCAA Champs admin Tuesday, April 7, 2009 The Game If you weren’t tuned in to last night’s NCAA Championship Game between the Michigan State Spartans and the North Carolina Tar Heels, as promised STACKS Magazine has game highlights and the winning results...
Are you a BAD GIRL? admin Monday, April 6, 2009 The Script Bad Girls Club is looking for seven women to star in season four of the Oxygen reality show from Bunim-Murray. The new season will bring together an all-new cast of self-proclaimed ‘bad girls,’ living in a...
The Real D-Boy: Joaquin Guzman Loera admin Monday, April 6, 2009 By Bels Between growing up on the westside of Atlanta and knowing folks who delved in narcotics, I've seen first hand the affects of drugs from both ends. I've seen people get strung out. I've seen young kids...
The Final Two…the Battle for Dominance admin Monday, April 6, 2009 The Game Last week we told who the final four teams (Michigan State, Connecticut, North Carolina, Villanova) were in this year’s quest for the NCAA Championship. Well after Saturday’s games, we now know which two...
Power Moves: Nick Cannon + Nickelodeon admin Sunday, April 5, 2009 Power Moves Actor/Rapper Nick Cannon, who is no stranger to Nickelodeon, will now be making even bigger moves with the network. Cannon has signed a two-year deal with Nickelodeon to become the chairman and development...
Studio Xclusive: UGK 4 Life admin Monday, March 30, 2009 The Studio Hitting stores today, the lyrically relentless rap duo UGK rides dirty again with the release of their 6th and final studio album UGK 4 Life. Bringing their musical legacy to its crowning peak UGK 4 Life...
As the Recession Spreads admin Monday, March 30, 2009 The Runway With continuous news spreading of company after company folding or taking drastic hits during these recessive times, it comes as no surprise when we hear of another one. On today’s list of those being in...
Jobs that are guaranteed…. admin Monday, March 30, 2009 The economy is really taking a toll out on a lot of people. Everyday you hear of someone losing their job due to budget cutbacks. So how do you prevent yourself from being one of those without a job? The...
The Final Four admin Monday, March 30, 2009 The Game After all of March’s madness we are finally down to the NCAA’s Final Four. Over the past two days the Elite Eight (Villanova, Pittsburgh, Connecticut, Missouri, Michigan State, North Carolina, Louisville,...
Xclusive Video: Bobby Ray & T.I. admin Sunday, March 29, 2009 The Studio Grand Hustle artist Bobby Ray, formerly known as B.O.B., and his boss T.I. showcased a classic performance at the CW Loft last night. Check out the footage..."On Top of the World" performanceBobby Ray &...
"The Morning Scoop" w/Steve Stoute admin Friday, March 27, 2009 If you're in the entertainment business, you definitely need to check out this video of Steve Stoute. You can learn a thing or two on global...
Studio Xclusives: Lil Jon – "I Do" & Genuwine "Last Chance" admin Friday, March 27, 2009 The Studio LIL JON - "I DO" feat. Snoop Dogg and Swiss BeatsAnother artist who's coming back from a brief hiatus....Genuwine. The video which features Lisa Raye, is the first single off of his upcoming album. Peep the...
T.I. sentenced to 10 months… admin Friday, March 27, 2009 T.I. reported to federal court today to learn what his sentencing would finally be. U.S. District Court Judge Charles Pannell sentenced Clifford Harris to 10 months due to time already served under house...
Case Is Back! admin Wednesday, March 25, 2009 The Studio Returning to the R&B game is Case! The former Def Jam Def Soul artist, now signed with Indigo Blue Records/Family Tree Entertainment, released his 4th studio album this week called Case: The Rose...
5, 4, 3, 2, 1…“American Violet” admin Tuesday, March 24, 2009 The Script A new drama is coming to the big screen by way of Samuel Goldwyn Films and director Tim Disney. Based on a true story, “American Violet” tells the astonishing story of Dee Roberts, a 24 year-old African...
L.A. Reid's Son Launches Y.E.E.C admin Monday, March 23, 2009 Photo (L to R): L.A. Reid, Aaron Reid, and PebblesOn Friday, March 20, Aaron Reid, the son of Def Jam Chair L.A. Reid and R&B/Pop singer Pebbles, held a launch party and listening session at the CW Loft...
Lights, Camera, Action…Benny Boom admin Monday, March 23, 2009 The Script With already having the title of music video director and Hype Williams as a mentor under his belt, Benny Boom is ready to make his directorial debut in film with the upcoming movie, ‘Next Day Air’. The...